The Wayland Union School District is researching options for a long-term facility plan and is considering input from teachers, staff members, principals and citizens. The district is working on a cost-effective plan that will enhance building security while making buildings more energy efficient. In 2006, the Elementary Growth Committee, made up of parents, staff and principals, gathered information through parent... Full story »

Tuesday, Oct. 9 is the deadline to register to vote in the Nov. 6 general election. Those who register to vote must be at least 18 by election day and must be residents of the city or township in which they wish to register. Registrations are accepted in person at local Secretary of State offices or by mail. Mail-in forms... Full story »

Salem Township Supervisor James Pitsch is delighted with the success of the Township's first series of outdoor concerts at Salem Township Park. The concerts began on July 29 featuring Luke Lenhart and Friends. On Aug. 26, the Williams Family performed. The series ended with Nobody's Darlin' on Sept. 16. Full story »

Dorr youth had an opportunity to learn about the importance of donating blood when students from St. Stanislaus Catholic School participated in the American Red Cross Pint Size Heroes program. The program, held at elementary and middle schools, is fun and educational. Red Cross representatives meet with students and provide age-appropriate information about the need for blood and the... Full story »

Two local shutterbugs were recently selected as winners in the summer edition of the Picture Yourself in Allegan County Photo Contest. "Homegrown," by Jessica Lyczynski, 17, of Hamilton, was the youth winner. "Sunset," by Mary Voss, of Holland, was selected as the adult winner. The photos will be posted on the Allegan County Tourist Council web site, www.visitallegancounty.com, and... Full story »

The Hopkins varsity football team defeated Calvin Christian 34-10 in its homecoming game held Sept. 28. Viking king Nick Jones and queen Angel Hooker were crowned with a victory to celebrate. Full story »

Allegan County residents should, "Soil test, before you put your lawn to rest," said the Allegan Conservation District's Shawn McKenney, "A soil test is like a checkup at the doctor's office. It doesn't guarantee a long life, but it sure helps," he said. Soil testing can help protect the environment, save consumers money, and make it easier to have a... Full story »

Last Saturday the Bresa Del Rio Ranch near Otsego held its annual Fuzzy Fun & Speed Horse Show. The show benefits the Allegan County 4-H Therapeutic Riding Program. Here, Beth Meyer, 15, of Shelbyville, competes in the flag race as part of the day's events. Full story »

For the past five years, the Grand Rapids Fire Department has led a Silent Night Parade Memorial Service on the Thursday of Fire Prevention Week, Oct. 7 through 13. Meant to be a West Michigan event, between 30 to 35 area fire departments are represented by attending in some kind of fire apparatus. According to Walker Fire Chief Bill Schmidt,... Full story »

Both site plan reviews tabled two weeks ago by the Walker City Planning Commission were approved last week after designers returned with the requested materials. Dean Rosendall representing First Companies was able to show the commission samples of a masonry/block and a textured material that would replace metal siding. The site plan review was submitted by First Companies for a... Full story »